Sales Executive Protective & Marine Iraq

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SUMMARY OF THE ROLE As a Sales Executive - Protective & Marine Iraq, you will support the growth of Jotun's Protective and Marine coatings business by developing strong customer relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and promoting Jotun's products, services, and solutions. Through effective account management and market development, you will contribute directly to sales growth, market share, and profitability. This position is based in Iraq and reports to the Sales Manager Protective & Marine - Middle East. Responsibilities: Drive sales growth by promoting Jotun's Protective and Marine coating solutions and supporting key customer accounts across Iraq. Build and strengthen relationships with customers, project owners, EPCs, consultants, and distributors. Identify and develop new business opportunities through market mapping, project follow-up, and territory development. Monitor project progress, deliveries, and customer requirements to support successful project execution and customer satisfaction. Prepare technical and commercial proposals and conduct product presentations to secure project specifications and business opportunities. Follow up on collections and credit terms to support healthy business performance. Maintain accurate CRM records and provide regular market intelligence and sales updates. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER Qualifications Bachelor's degree Minimum 4 years of sales experience within Protective Coatings, Marine Coatings, or related industrial sectors. Strong experience in customer relationship management, project sales, and business development. NACE or equivalent coating certification is considered an advantage. Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as required . Fluent in Arabic and English. Kurdish is an advantage. What we offer Competitive compensation and benefits Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy. Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities POSITION INFORMATION Company: Jotun MENA L.L.C Contract Type: Regular Time Type: Full time CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy): 29.09.2026 WHO WE ARE Jotun’s story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness. Jotun MENA, established in 2008, is the trading arm for Jotun in the MENA region. With a product range spanning four segments (decorative paints, marine, protective and powder coatings) in countries including Iraq, Jordan, Nigeria, Tanzania, Lebanon, Senegal and Ghana, we have established a leading position in the market over the years. We aim to further strengthen Jotun’s position in the region through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability. Visit our Career Page to know more about life at Jotun. Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination. If you are applying to a position and require any additional support in the interview process, please let us know how we can accommodate this. If you think that this role is what you could be doing next, apply now!